The 'Lava Hound, When It Dies, Guards' meme is a popular trope within the Clash Royale community that pokes fun at the mechanics of the Lava Hound legendary card. Typically, when the high-HP Lava Hound is defeated, it bursts into several smaller Lava Pups; however, this meme subverts player expectations by suggesting the transformation results in 'Guards'—a different unit entirely. It is widely used to illustrate situations where solving one problem immediately creates a new, often more annoying set of obstacles. The template has evolved from a niche gaming reference into a relatable format for describing multi-stage frustrations in everyday life and internet culture.